Westchester Intermediate School

1050 S 5th St
Chesterton, IN 46304
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8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 404 students in grades 5-6, Westchester Intermediate School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Indiana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is higher than the Indiana state average of 41%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Indiana state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Indiana state average of 38% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 404 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 30% in IN
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Westchester Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Indiana for:

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School Overview

Westchester Intermediate School's student population of 404 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
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Total Students
404 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
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School Rankings

Westchester Intermediate School ranks within the top 30% of all 1,743 schools in Indiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Westchester Intermediate School is 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (IN)
#411 out of 1743 schools
(Top 30%)
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66%
39%
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45%
41%
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56%
34%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
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Asian
1%
3%
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Hispanic
15%
15%
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Black
4%
14%
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White
76%
62%
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Two or more races
4%
6%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.40
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(22-23)
19.8%
23.7%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Westchester Intermediate School's ranking?
Westchester Intermediate School is ranked #411 out of 1,743 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Indiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% IN state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 41% IN state average).
How many students attend Westchester Intermediate School?
404 students attend Westchester Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Westchester Intermediate School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westchester Intermediate School?
Westchester Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Indiana state average of 15:1.
What grades does Westchester Intermediate School offer ?
Westchester Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westchester Intermediate School part of?
Westchester Intermediate School is part of Duneland School Corporation School District.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 5-6
  • Enrollment: 404 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 24%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 66% (Top 20%)
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 56% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), IN Dept. of Education

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